Details A Seduction
He cut the rose at the base of the stem – a single red bud, not yet open, its intoxicating fragrance trapped inside tightly closed velvety petals. It was no less than 3 feet long, and he carefully removed the thorns, leaving only delicate green leaves to grace the regal presentation. He brought it in and placed it next to her keyboard. It was the smallest of details, a simple romantic gesture – and it seduced her spirit. She bathed in the calming essence of lavender, washed her long hair in...